In August, vegetarian thali prices fell 7% and non-vegetarian thalis dropped 8% from last year. Lower onion, potato, pulses, and broiler meat prices caused this. Higher tomato and oil prices limited the fall. Government imports helped reduce pulse prices. Prices vary by region but overall make daily meals cheaper for families.
Looking for tasty snacks after 6 pm that won’t make you gain weight? Try Indian options like roasted chana, sprouts chaat, makhana, idlis, dhokla, fruit chaat, upma, buttermilk, corn, and poha. These snacks are under 200 calories and full of protein, fibre, or good fats. Enjoy them guilt-free while staying healthy and full!
Akula Mohan Sai from Telangana’s Suryapet district has been selected as one of 125 astronaut candidates for the 2029 Titans Space mission by US-based Titans Space Industries. With unique training in astrobiology and space science, he will undergo 2 yrs of intensive training in the US, preparing for short-duration spaceflight aboard the Genesis Spaceplane.
BRS leader KTR declined to comment on his sister Kavitha’s suspension over anti-party activities. Kavitha alleged a conspiracy by cousin Harish Rao, leading to her resignation. Party infighting escalated with protests from both factions. KTR also announced BRS will abstain from the VPelection, citing farmers’ distress over urea shortage.
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TG CPGET 2025 results for PG and integrated programs have been declared by TGCHE. Over 54,000 candidates appeared for exams across 44 subjects. Students can download rank cards from cpget.tgche.ac.in. Counselling and seat allotment will follow soon. Candidates should monitor the official website for updates.
During a spot check in Dharmasthala, police found human skeletons linked to a 2012 rape-murder case. A victim’s relative helped locate the site. At least two skeletons were recovered and sent for testing. The SIT is investigating further. The case had earlier seen a CBI probe but remains unsolved for over a decade.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi has ordered a probe into college admissions and accreditations in the state. Special teams will inspect institutions, verifying course recognition. Institutions must submit affidavits and accreditation proof. Reports are due in 15 days, with divisional commissioners overseeing the crackdown to ensure transparency in education.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced 18 Bangladeshi infiltrators were pushed back recently. He assured strict measures to prevent their return, amid a statewide crackdown on illegal immigrants. Over 450 alleged infiltrators have been deported recently, with border districts like Barpeta and Dhubri actively involved in these efforts.
A viral video shows a street vendor making a unique chicken dosa by topping it with spicy chicken and sambar. Shared on Instagram, it divided the internet—some praised the creativity, others called it unhygienic or disrespectful to tradition. Another viral clip showed a man eating dosa with a fork and knife, sparking similar debate.
Mohammed Siraj is nominated for ICC Player of the Month for his 9-wicket haul in the Oval Test against England. Other nominees include Matt Henry, who took 16 wickets vs Zimbabwe, and Jayden Seales, who helped West Indies beat Pakistan with 10 wickets in the ODI series, including career-best figures of 6/18.
The US now requires all non-immigrant visa applicants, including Indians, to schedule interviews only in their home country. This ends the previous option of booking faster appointments in countries like Thailand or Germany. The rule aims to reduce misuse and may worsen visa wait times in India, which already stretch up to nine months.
The Dark Web is a hidden part of the internet where hackers sell stolen data like emails and passwords. Google offers a tool to check if your email is compromised. Use the Google app’s “Dark Web Report” feature to monitor leaks. If found, change your password and enable two-step verification immediately. Stay safe online.
Nepal has urged India and China to withdraw their agreement resuming trade via Lipulekh, a territory Nepal claims. The party reiterated Nepal’s claim over areas east of the Kali River, including Kalapani and Limpiyadhura. India rejects Nepal’s claim, citing historical facts. The issue resurfaced at CPN-UML’s national convention in Lalitpur.